Explore Metz's History on a Self-Guided Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutes • Free CancellationMeet on locationInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 14+ • Operated by LEPLACE GLOBAL

Why we love it?

The "Metz Through Time From Dragons to Liberation" guided tour offers an immersive exploration of Metz, France, over a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes. Ideal for history enthusiasts and casual travelers alike, this interactive self-guided experience allows participants to navigate the city at their own pace, starting from the iconic Gare de Metz-Ville and concluding at the picturesque Esplanade. Utilizing a next-gen mobile app, the tour provides GPS-enabled guidance, enabling visitors to discover key historical sites, including the winding Rue Taison and a hidden plaque commemorating the city's wartime legacy. This flexibility and unique approach make the tour a distinctive way to engage with Metz's rich history.
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Inclusions

  • Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
  • Interactive self-guided tour lets you move at your own pace
  • Next-gen mobile app guides you through each step of your adventure
  • Explore the surroundings with a truly unique, immersive, GPS-enabled experience

Exclusions

  • A physical tour guide (not included)

Itinerary

Stop 1

Begin your journey into wartime Metz at Gare de Metz-Ville, the city's iconic train station. Explore its grand neo-Romanesque architecture, uncover hidden scars from WWII, and imagine the dramatic arrivals and departures that shaped history. Perfect for history buffs and curious explorers alike!

Stop 2

Finish your tour at Metz's beautiful Esplanade, where monuments and chestnut trees tell stories of war, resilience, and renewal. Reflect on the city's dramatic past and capture a piece of living history.

Stop 3

Wander the winding Rue Taison and hunt for a hidden plaque honoring the city's WWII resistance fighters. Discover stories of courage and coded messages in the heart of historic Metz.

Stop 4

Discover the Hôtel de Ville de Metz, where history and intrigue meet. Explore its grand balcony, hunt for hidden wartime marks, and imagine life under occupation in this storied city hall.

Stop 5

Capture a photo of the cathedral's soaring spires. Then, search the square to find the commemorative plaque marking Metz's liberation in 1944.

Stop 6

You're about to encounter one of Metz's most poignant landmarks—the Synagogue de Metz. Here, history is etched in stone, and every detail tells a story of resilience and remembrance. Your mission: observe, capture, and contemplate.

Stop 7

Step off the tourist trail at Place de la Comédie and discover a hidden WWII memorial plaque. This checkpoint invites you to reflect on the square's powerful, often-overlooked history—right in the heart of Metz's liveliest spot.

Stop 8

Pont des Morts: Stand on the evocative 'Bridge of the Dead' and imagine daring WWII escapes. Plan your own route to freedom as you uncover the bridge's hidden stories and secrets.

Please Note

  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Requires installing a mobile app (instructions in confirmation email)
  • Not recommended for visually impaired people
  • Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
  • Not recommended for seniors over 80
  • Note: The self-guided activity happens in the Leplace World app by following the instructions provided in our confirmation message. Please check for the confirmation message received SEPARATELY via email and follow the EXACT INSTRUCTIONS provided to access the app and the tour. We recommend that you complete the setup a few hours or even the day before your scheduled arrival so we can help if you need any assistance. Unlock your adventure game in the Leplace World app by following the EXACT INSTRUCTIONS provided. The app might not be available to download from App Store in some countries, but it can be accessed in multiple ways (Play Store, TestFlight, or web) by following the instructions.
  • Please make sure the weather conditions are good before going.
  • You will be able to play the game anytime after booking.
  • Head to the starting point and enjoy your adventure game! Note: Please allow up to 2 hours until the ticket is registered in our system. Then you can unlock the tour in the Leplace World app. Usually, it doesn't take that long, but there can still be a delay until we receive the booking notification. In case you still haven't received a message from us, you can try to use the booking reference code in the Leplace World app. Otherwise, please contact us directly to redeem your ticket. You can find more info on our support page: [ ]

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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